Travel Ideas
Why you need to visit the Black Hills of South Dakota
I’m going to make a bold statement: everyone needs to visit the Black Hills of South Dakota at least once in their lives. Why? Three reasons: It is BEAUTIFUL. There is SO MUCH to do in the area. It is
6 ways to experience the spectacular scenery Cappadocia, Turkey
Cappadocia is a historical region of central Turkey. Not only is it rich in culture and history, but it is also filled with stunning natural wonders. A friend of mine gave me a guidebook to Turkey when my family was
4 Incredible Countries to explore on a Rhine River cruise
I am looking forward to taking my daughter on a Rhine River Cruise this fall. We had been starting to plan a trip in 2020 but had to put our plans on hold because of the pandemic. We will be
Displaying Travel Memories: My Sandcastle Wall
A while back, I wrote a post about how I displayed my family’s national park memories on a wall in my upstairs hallway. While it looked great, the opposite wall then looked completely empty. It took a little while, but
9 Things to see and do in Iceland
Iceland is now open to vaccinated tourists, with no quarantine! Yea! So if you’re ready to travel, perhaps you should consider Iceland. Iceland has much to offer nature lovers. Read on about some of the things you can do on
11 Reasons not to miss Auckland, New Zealand
New Zealand is one of the top destinations on my husband’s bucket list, so I’ve been doing some research on planning a trip there. The city of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city with a population of nearly 1.5 million.
Who should visit Universal Orlando Resort?
Universal Orlando Resort is a popular vacation destination in Central Florida. With two theme parks, a water park, several hotels, and a dining and entertainment area, there is more than enough to keep you entertained for a week. But is
Day trips from Basel, Switzerland
Switzerland is a central European country that is bordered by France, Germany, and Italy. The city of Basel is located on the northern border where France, Germany, and Switzerland come together. This location allows visitors to take fantastic day trips
Six things to see in Shanghai
If you’ve been following me for a long time, you may have noticed some changes in the places I write about. I used to write only about places that I had personally visited. Several months ago I decided to start
New River Gorge – America’s 63rd National Park
To celebrate National Parks Week this year, I’ve decided to write about America’s newest National Park – New River Gorge in West Virginia. I drive through this park on my way to visiting my kids in Virginia. It’s a gorgeous
5 Places to Visit in Croatia for Game of Thrones Fans
Have you been a Game of Thrones fan from the beginning of the popular television series? Did you discover it during its eight-year run or binge watch it during the pandemic? If you’re a fan, maybe you’ve been dreaming of
Must-try Cuisine of Argentina
The natives of Argentina don’t try to disguise their love for food. The colorful city life and top-notch restaurants experienced in the capital of the country, Buenos Aires, will leave you wanting more. I haven’t been to Argentina yet. But,
Things to do in Virginia’s Historic Triangle
Have you heard of Virginia’s Historic Triangle? It is the region of coastal Virginia that includes Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg, and Yorktown. I have long believed that travel is an important part of a child’s education. So, when one of my
Top tips for your first visit to Portugal
I have not yet been to Portugal, but my husband has. He had to attend a conference for work in Portugal and added on a few extra days for sightseeing. He was glad he did. He fondly remembers exploring the
Top 15 Things to Do in Tokyo
I haven’t yet visited Tokyo, but it is definitely on my list of places to visit. I hope to make it there in the next few years. My husband and I have been looking at cruises that go from Tokyo
Must-do experiences in Sioux Falls
Back in the fall of 2019, before the pandemic broke out, I attended a conference in the Black Hills of South Dakota. (Poor me, I know. 😉 ) When I told family and friends that I was going to drive
